Islam and Violence

Paper Summary:

The paper presents the hypothesis that for all the destruction and bloodshed inflicted upon the world by Muslim fanatics, Islam is, in essence and in its original form, not a violent religion. The paper provides a literature review and shows how the Koran teaches a peaceful and loving way of life. The paper discusses, however, how the principles of the Koran and the very interpretation of the Islamic tradition have undergone changes through the years, with politics influencing the religion. The paper therefore concludes that the widespread incidents of violence, destruction and bloodshed more realistically reveal the inherently violent nature of Islam.

Outline:
Hypothesis
Literature Review
Findings
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"The author writes about the basis of conduct as taught by the Koran. The Islamic faith is founded on certain principles. These include free will and choice, peaceful dialogue, acceptance and understanding, disapproval of terrorism and non-violence. Every Muslim is bound to conduct intellectual dialogue with others to establish and improve relations. Islam teaches Muslims to be kind, tolerant, and understanding and to develop bonds with all people. The Koran teaches that the purpose of creation is for people to deal with one another with kindness and that piety is the best virtue."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Burhan, Faysal. The Prophet of Islam and the Jews: Basis of Conduct, Acceptance, Respect and Cooperation. Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies, 2007. Retrieved on November 21, 2007 from http://www.islamic-studyorg//Islam%20%Denounces%20Violence.htm
• Jacoby, Jeff. Muslim Violence. The Boston Globe: The New York Times Company, 2006. Retrieved on November 21, 2007 from http://www.boston.com/news/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2006/09/20/muslim_violence
• Khan, Maulana Wahiduddin. Non-Violence and Islam. Symposium on Islam and Peace, Non-Violence International and the Mohammad Said Farsi Choir of Islamic Peace: American University, 2007
• Krauthammer, Charles. Violence and Islam. Washington Post: washingtonpost.com, 2002. Retrieved on November 21, 2007 from http://www.well.com/~bernie/muslimviolent.htm
• Omar , Rashied. Islam and Violence. The Ecumenical Review: World Council of Churches, April 2003

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